China: The Panda Adventure
“An extraordinary journey. An experience of wonder. Based on an incredible true story.”
Synopsis
Experience the world of the magnificent and rare Giant Panda as you travel back in time on an exciting expedition through the breathtaking splendor of 1936 China. Inspired by the true-life story of widowed New York socialite Ruth Harkness, a fiercely independent woman who dared to take up her late husband's expedition, journeying deep into the forests of China to study the Giant Panda.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 9, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert M. Young
- Screenplay & Story
- Jeanne Rosenberg
- Original Score
- Randy Edelman
- Original Title
- China: The Panda Adventure
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 48m
- Production Studios
- San Diego Zoo, Trane, WWF
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert M. Young
Jeanne Rosenberg, Ruth Harkness
Randy Edelman
Reed Smoot
Jonathan P. Shaw
Department Leadership Roster
Robert M. Young
Director
Jeanne Rosenberg
Screenplay
Randy Edelman
Original Music Composer
Reed Smoot
Director of Photography
Jonathan P. Shaw
Editor
Gang Yang
Production Design
Hilary Rosenfeld
Costume Design
Honghui Xiang
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About China: The Panda Adventure
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What is China: The Panda Adventure about?
Experience the world of the magnificent and rare Giant Panda as you travel back in time on an exciting expedition through the breathtaking splendor of 1936 China. Inspired by the true-life story of widowed New York socialite Ruth Harkness, a fiercely independent woman who dared to take up her late husband's expedition, journeying deep into the forests of China to study the Giant Panda.
Who directed China: The Panda Adventure?
China: The Panda Adventure was directed by Robert M. Young.
Who stars in China: The Panda Adventure?
The principal cast of China: The Panda Adventure includes Maria Bello, Xia Yu, Xander Berkeley, Bill Hayes, Paul Pape.
When was China: The Panda Adventure released and how long is it?
China: The Panda Adventure was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 48m.
Who composed the musical score for China: The Panda Adventure?
The original motion picture soundtrack for China: The Panda Adventure was composed by Randy Edelman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for China: The Panda Adventure?
China: The Panda Adventure holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).